Entergy Louisiana President Phillip May says an increase in natural gas prices are responsible for high power bills along with high customer usage in the summer heat.  He says Entergy understands how burdensome it can be for some folks to afford their utility bill…:

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A law to train law enforcement officers on how to detect human trafficking goes into effect today. Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell’s legislation says in addition to recognizing the crime it also requires state and local law enforcement agencies to regularly report on training compliance and progress…:

Cut 15 (11)  “…the numbers on that.”

Looking to save money on back-to-school shopping? Research says putting down that coffee could help you save a buck. Erik Piccoli has the story…

Cut 3 (31) “…I’m Erik Piccoli.”

Former State Senator Karen Carter Peterson is expected to plead guilty in federal court today to illegally spending campaign funds and Democratic Party money on personal needs, including gambling. In April she resigned from the Louisiana Senate to address with her struggles with depression and gambling.